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Yoga
Easy Lower Back Twist/ Supta Matsyendrasana
By FITTR
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20 Jun 2022
2022-06-20T12:57:54.000Z
Preparation
This pose helps in loosening the muscles and relaxing the spinal vertebrae. Twisting the lower back relieves the tension in this area and also lowers the blood pressure. It's a perfect pose to practice at the end of the Yoga session. Let's check out the steps: Lie down on your back with your hands beside the hips, palms facing downwards This is the starting position.
Method
Step 1
Inhale, bend the left knee
Step 2
Grab hold of the knee with the right palm, stretch the left hand to the side on the floor at shoulder level
Step 3
Exhale, bring the left bent knee to the right side
Step 4
Try touching the knee to the floor
Step 5
Keep the right leg straight
Step 6
Twist the head and look to the left side at your palm
Step 7
Hold the pose for 5 breaths
Step 8
Inhale, straighten the head and raise the knee
Step 9
Exhale, release the left leg straight on the floor and come to the starting position
Step 10
Repeat on the other side
Step 11
Precautions: People with serious back problems like sciatica, piles, hernia or slipped disc should be careful with this posture.
